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enterprise
Definition:
(nou) a purposeful or industrious undertaking (especially one that requires effort or boldness) (nou) an organization created for business ventures (nou) readiness to embark on bold new ventures
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈentəpraɪz
Examples:
It is a catalogue all of the Business Functions of the within the enterprise.
But the enterprise was not remunerative.
Dissent is the essence of the enterprise.
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Common mistakes of enterprise pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "en-ter-ˈprise". This is incorrect; the primary stress is on the first syllable: "ˈen-ter-prize". Tip: Remember to emphasize the "en" when pronouncing "enterprise".
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: A common mistake is mispronouncing the "e" in "enterprise" as a long "e" sound instead of a short "e" sound, as in "ˈɛn-ter-prize". Tip: Practice saying "en" like in "ten" to get the correct sound.
- Overemphasizing the "r": Some speakers pronounce the "r" in "enterprise" too strongly, creating an awkward sound. The correct pronunciation is "ˈen-ter-praɪz", with a softer "r". Tip: Focus on blending the "r" smoothly into the vowel sounds.
- Skipping the second syllable: Some may say "ˈen-prize", dropping the "ter". This leads to confusion with other words. The full pronunciation is "ˈen-ter-prize". Tip: Make sure to clearly pronounce each syllable for clarity.
- Confusing "enterprise" with "enter prize": Learners sometimes separate the word into two distinct parts, which alters its meaning. The correct pronunciation is a single word: "ˈen-ter-prize". Tip: Practice saying "enterprise" as one fluid word to avoid this mistake.